Col de l’Iseran
Bonneval-sur-Arc, France
At 2,764 m the highest paved pass in the Alps, linking the Tarentaise and the Maurienne on the D902. It is usually open from June to early October; snow walls line the road early in the season.
- Nearest town
- Bonneval-sur-Arc, France
- Category
- Scenic viewpoints
- GPS
- 45.4169, 7.0306
- Editor's pick
- ★
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually July–August. Still fine, with some compromises, in June and September. Cold, short days in November–March. Mountain passes on this route are usually open July–September. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
Getting there
- France: Motorway tolls. Tolls on most autoroutes; the limit drops to 110 km/h in rain. Motorway limit for cars: 130 km/h.
- Col de l’Iseran (2,764 m). Usually open July–September; outside that window the road can be closed by snow. Alternative: Go round via the Maurienne valley.
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Campsites nearby
- Camping-car Park Bessans, Haute Maurienne VanoiseMotorhome stopover10 km from Col de l’Iseran · 48 pitchesMotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterWaste disposalDogs allowedWi-Fi
- Camping Piccolo ParadisoCampsite14 km from Col de l’IseranTentsCaravansMotorhomesElectricityDogs allowedWi-Fi
- Camping de LanslevillardCampsite17 km from Col de l’IseranTentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToilets
- Campeggio Casa Bianca ***Campsite17 km from Col de l’Iseran · 80 pitchesTentsCaravansMotorhomesElectricityDogs allowedWi-Fi
- Pont BreuilCampsite18 km from Col de l’IseranTentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalWi-Fi
- Camping GrivolaCampsite23 km from Col de l’IseranTentsCaravansMotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsDogs allowed
All campsites in France · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Col de l’Iseran?
Col de l’Iseran is in Bonneval-sur-Arc, France, at GPS 45.4169, 7.0306. It is about 5 km from Val-d'Isère.
Can you camp near Col de l’Iseran?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Les Richardes, about 4 km away; within 25 km there are 32 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Col de l’Iseran?
Col de l’Iseran is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Col de l’Iseran and the Maurienne passes.
What is there to see near Col de l’Iseran?
Places worth a stop nearby: Lac du Chevril and Tignes dam (12 km), Gran Paradiso: Valnontey (31 km), Fenestrelle Fort (42 km) and Sacra di San Michele (43 km).
When is the best time to visit Col de l’Iseran?
The most pleasant months are usually July–August. Still fine, with some compromises, in June and September. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)